Eddy Lopez-Torres

Professional STEM educator with a B.S. in Physics, an M.Ed. in Teaching, a Florida teaching license, and multiple TEFL certifications, has experience in IB, Cambridge, and American curriculum teaching physics, science, mathematics, and English is available to begin work upon current contract completion.

Graduate Teaching Assistant at University of Central Florida (2026-08 – Present)

• Instructor on record for EAP 2851 – English for Academic Purposes II and assistant for TSL 4363 – ESL Classroom Experiences during fall semester 2026 and spring semester 2027.
• Assisted with mentioned UCF courses by supporting instruction, classroom activities, and student learning.
• Collaborated with faculty and graduate students to promote effective academic development and success.

Remote Substitute Teacher at Elevate K-12 (2026-08 – Present)

• Delivered virtual instruction and support for K-12 students in an online classroom environment.
• Managed student engagement and followed school lesson plans during teacher absences.
• Assisted students with assignments and maintained a positive remote learning environment.

IB MYP Mathematics Instructor at Shen Wai International School (2023-08 – 2023-12)

• Taught IB MYP Mathematics for grades 6, 7, and 9, catering to varied learning abilities.
• Hosted the Mathematics Club and Robotics Club, fostering student interest and offering support.
• Received training in IB curriculum, ManageBac, Ultimaker Cura, and Autodesk Fusion 360.

Cambridge International AS & A-Level Physics Instructor at Nazarbayev Intellectual School of Physics and Mathematics (2021-08 – 2023-06)

• Taught using NIS and Cambridge curriculum AS and A-Level physics for grades 11 and 12.
• Hosted Spanish Club, English Conversation Club and IELTS Exam preparation courses for all ages.
• Received training in Cambridge curriculum planning and using SPARKVue physics laboratory tools.

Physics, Comp. Science, and Accel. Mathematics Instructor at Downtown Doral Charter Upper School (2020-09 – 2021-06)

• Taught using Florida Standards (American) curriculum for 10th grade honors physics, 8th grade comprehensive science, and 7th grade accelerated mathematics.
• Hosted Spanish Club, Chess Club, Robotics Club, and American Sign Language Club.
• Received training in completing unit plans for the IB MYP curriculum for Science.

English Language & Literature Instructor at Miami English Spot (2017-09 – 2020-09)

• Taught English language, English Literature, Mathematics (primary to secondary level), and American Citizenship Exam preparation courses using the Cambridge and English Spot curricula.
• Hosted Conversation, Grammar, and Business English Clubs to enhance and improve student learning.
• Received training on TESOL (160 Hours) and International Business English (90 Hours) certification.

IB Mathematics (SL/HL) & English Language Instructor at Shenzhen Yong Yuan Experimental School (2018-08 – 2020-01)

• Taught IB Mathematics SL and HL for grades 9, 10, and 11 in Sino-Canadian Program.
• Hosted English Conversation, Chess, and North-American Culture Clubs to facilitate English Language and Literature learning for students at the secondary level.

Bachelor of Science in Physics – Florida International University (2017-04)

Florida Educator's Certificate in Physics (Grades 6 – 12) – Florida Department of Education (2021-07)

Master of Education in Advanced Teaching (Specialization in Secondary Education) – University of the People (2022-01)

Master of Arts in Leadership in Education – Liverpool John Moore University (2025-05)

Master of Teaching in English as a Second Language (TESOL) – University of Central Florida (2027)